Objective To study the operation method of modified Lichtenstein herniorrhaphy in patients with femoral hernia.Methods The clinical data of 37 femoral hernia patients having underwent the modified Lichtenstein herniorrhaphy from January 2010 to January 2017 were retrospectively analyzed. Results The average operation time was 50 min, and average hospitalization day was 5.6 d. During the follow-up period,the postoperative pain and foreign body sensation were mild,no recurrence of femoral hernia was found,and no complications such as postoperative infection,testicular atrophy and painful ejaculation occurred. Conclusions Modified Lichtenstein herniorrhaphy for femoral hernia is effective.